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Newfoundland Club of America, Inc.

Monday, April 27 – Saturday May 2, 2020 Bavarian Inn Lodge ● Heritage Park ● Frankenmuth, Michigan

www.ncanationalspecialty.org Facebook™ group: NCA National Specialty

WELCOME . . . You are cordially invited to join us for a ROARING GOOD TIME as we celebrate our Newfoundlands at THE event of 2020, the Newfoundland Club of America’s National Specialty. The 2020 National Specialty Show Committee has an exciting week full of activities that combine a bit of the traditional while adding some new twists for everyone to enjoy!

Can’t relive the past? Of course you can! Be it the jazz music of the Cotton Club in Harlem or the elegance of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Great Gatsby, the spirit of the 1920’s was exuberant and indulgent, defying Prohibition to partake in new styles of fashion and dancing. A century later, our 2020 National Specialty hopes to capture the fun and excitement of the Roaring 20’s while celebrating all things Newf. We are pleased to offer a wide variety of events, for both our two and four legged guests!

New this year and sure to be on everyone’s dance card is a Best In Show movie night & fantasy dog show and a Late-Night Speakeasy hospitality suite with cocktails and dancing. “Who Done It?” is the question asked at Friday’s Auction. In the style of popular “murder mystery” dinners, we invite you to a spaghetti dinner where we will attempt to solve the mystery of who stole the diamond Newf pendant. Six special auction items will be offered exclusively at the Mystery Dinner. We have many other wonderful items available for online bids throughout the week culminating in awarding them with final bids open to everyone over complimentary desert. Guys and dolls, prepare yourselves for the epic finale of a spectacular week, a dinner dance with a live jazz band worthy of Jay Gatsby and friends!

On behalf of the 2020 National Specialty Show Committee, I hope you will join us as we revisit the fun of a bygone era. It promises to be the “bee’s knee’s”!

Susan Wagner, Show Chair

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

(subject to change)

Sunday, April 26

3:00 p.m. - Reserved Handler Parking & Grooming areas available

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Registration & Logo item sales 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. - Dining with the NCA Board

Monday, April 27

9:00 a.m. - Draft Test 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Registration & Logo item sales

8:00 p.m. – Best In Show Movie Night & Fantasy Dog Show

Tuesday, April 28 Canine Cardiologist & Ophthalmology exams by appointment 8:30 a.m. - Regional Obedience & Rally Trials 9:00 a.m. - Draft Test 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Registration & Logo item sales

1:30 p.m. – Opening Ceremonies

2:00 p.m. - 4 – 6 mos. Beginner Puppy Judging 6:30 p.m. - Welcome Reception 8:00 p.m. - NCA Annual Meeting

Wednesday, April 29 Silent Auction –NCA Health Challenge 8:30 a.m. - National Obedience & Rally Trials 8:30 a.m. - Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Registration & Logo item sales Lunch Break - Living Legends 30 minutes after Sweeps judging concludes -

Top 20 judging 6:00 p.m. - Specialty Carting & Wagon Exercises

7:00 p.m. - Breeders Education Program 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. – Late Night Speakeasy Lounge

Thursday, April 30 Silent Auction – NCA Health Challenge 8:30 a.m. – Conformation Judging – Dog classes, Brace & Team 3:30 p.m. – Scent Work Demonstration 6:00 p.m. - Top 20/10 Food & Cash Bar 7:00 p.m. - Top 20/10 Notorious Newfs 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. – Late Night Speakeasy Lounge

Friday, May 1 Silent Auction – NCA Rescue 8:30 a.m. – Conformation Judging – Bitch classes, Breeders Class 10:00 a.m. - CGC Evaluations 10:00 a.m. - Trick Dog Testing Following Conformation Judging:

Rescue and Honors Parade 5:00 p.m. - Working Dog Forum 6:00 p.m. – Brown Bag Raffles 6:30 p.m. – “Who Done It” Mystery Dinner & Private Auction with Cash Bar 8:00 p.m. – General Auction 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.– Late Night Speakeasy Lounge

Saturday, May 2 8:30 a.m. – Check in for all Best of Breed 9:00 a.m. - Dogs Lunch Break 1:00 p.m. - Junior Showmanship Judging Bitches 6:30 p.m. – Gatsby Gala Dinner Dance

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LOCATION . . . Frankenmuth is located in the “thumb” area of Michigan, just a few minutes off I-75 between Flint and Saginaw. Northbound traffic on I-75, use exit 136; southbound traffic on I-75, use exit 144. Directions to the Lodge from anywhere in the United States are located at www.bavarianinn.com.

THE SHOW SITE . . . Our home for the week’s festivities is the picturesque Bavarian Inn Lodge is nestled on the banks of the Cass River, adjacent to Heritage Park and the spacious Kern Pavilion. The Bavarian Inn Lodge features 354 rooms and suites, a seven- acre Family Fun Center (with five indoor pools, two whirlpools, children’s play area, mini golf, game room, exercise room, and Ratskeller Lounge), Oma’s Restaurant, and Lorelei Lounge. A short scenic walk over the covered bridge leads to Main Street, which is home to over 100 specialty shops and other well-known restaurants. The show rings, grooming, and vendors will be in Heritage Park the location of the Kern Pavilion, just across a bike path from the hotel. The distance from the Tower Entrance of the hotel (where all dogs must access the hotel) to the show ring in Heritage Park is just slightly over .2 a mile. You can see an aerial view of the hotel and show grounds on the NCA Specialty website. The Kern Pavilion affords the Newfoundland Specialty show flexibility in dealing with the potential weather challenges a late April/early May dog show presents. However, it is important that all fanciers work together, in the spirit of good sportsmanship, to make the logistics of this show site work.

Michigan’s climate in late April/early May is somewhat unpredictable so come prepared for all kinds of weather. The average high temperature for the week of the 2020 National Specialty is typically 62 degrees and the average low temperature is typically 40 degrees.

AIR TRAVEL & AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION . . . Nearby airports are Bishop (in Flint, MI) and Midland-Bay City-Saginaw (MBS – in Freeland, MI); each of which are located approximately 35 minutes from Frankenmuth. Detroit Western Metropolitan Airport (in Romulus, MI) is approximately 2 hours away. Exhibitors are encouraged to coordinate their airport arrival and departure times with other attendees so as to share travel arrangements from the airport to the show site.

A local car service will again have a full-sized van available that will accommodate dogs and crates. Contact Custom Transport, LLC of Saginaw, MI (ask for Karen) at 989-284-4484 to make transport arrangements.

HERITAGE PARK & KERN PAVILION AVAILABILITY . . . Frankenmuth Heritage Park and the Kern Pavilion (including the Reserved Grooming and Reserved Handler Parking areas) will be available for set-up after 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2020. The adjacent dog bathing area in the Bavarian Inn Lodge parking lot will be available at that time as well. During the week, the Kern Pavilion (grooming building) will be open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. with the exception of Thursday evening when the building will be closed to grooming at 6:00 p.m. for the Top 20/10 celebration. Please note that dogs cannot be left in the Kern Pavilion overnight.

PAYMENT OPTIONS . . . The 2020 National Specialty will accept the following methods of payment: Credit Cards – online only, using the online forms found at www.ncanationalspecialty.org Checks – by mail, payable to 2020 NCA National Specialty along with the individual form(s) AND a Payment Summary Order Form to: Bill Matlock – Treasurer, 40 Journey’s End Ln, Surry, ME 04684-3857

PAYMENT SUMMARY SHEET . . . Please complete a Payment Summary Sheet as a summary of your individual orders/reservations. Please print clearly as this information is vital to processing your orders. The Payment Summary Sheet is on page 15.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED . . . There are many aspects of the show that need volunteers, and your help is greatly appreciated. If you are willing to share some of your time at the Specialty, please complete the Form on page 16 and the information will be provided to the appropriate chairperson. Deadline: March 1, 2020. Contact: Susan Wagner.

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ACCOMODATIONS

BE A CONSIDERATE GUEST . . . In 2001, the Newfoundland National Specialty was the first dog show ever held at the Bavarian Inn Lodge/Heritage Park location. In fact, until that time, animals were not permitted in the hotel. The hotel managers took a chance when they permitted the NCA to hold our Specialty there, and we did not disappoint them. Because our guests took good care of the facilities, the NCA’s positive reputation paved the way for future dog shows for other breed clubs. Please do your part to uphold our reputation as considerate guests. Exercise your dogs in designated areas only and use the plastic bags and trash receptacles provided to facilitate clean up. We need everyone’s help in keeping the hotel rooms and show grounds, including grooming areas, clean. The Newfoundland Club of America and the Bavarian Inn Lodge reserve the right to enter locked hotel rooms if it believes a dog inside is in distress or left unattended and unsecured.

HOST HOTEL ROOM RESERVATIONS . . . We have reserved all 354 hotel rooms at the Bavarian Inn Lodge; but reservations must be mailed and may not be postmarked prior to January 6th, 2020. (Reservations postmarked prior to January 6th, 2020 will be returned.) Reservations must be made on the reservation Form on pages 17 - 18 and include a deposit of one night’s lodging. The reservation form may be duplicated as needed for multiple rooms.

Please be considerate when making reservations. Every year unneeded reservations are made, only to be cancelled at a later date, creating unnecessary confusion for potential guests and the hotel staff. (To avoid making duplicate reservations, those who preregistered at the 2019 National Specialty will receive confirmation of their room reservation prior to January 6th, 2020.) If you must cancel reservations, please do so as early as possible. Any reservation cancellations must occur on or before March 1, 2020 to receive a full refund.

RV CAMPING . . .

ON-SITE CAMPING . . . Frankenmuth city ordinances prohibit overnight camping except in commercial campgrounds. However, the City of Frankenmuth has again waived its “no overnight camping” rule for our 2020 Specialty and will permit a maximum of 20 self-contained RVs (motor homes and camping trailers only; no tents or pop-ups) to camp on-site in a designated area. The designated area is conveniently located behind the Kern Pavilion. There will be no electric hook-ups but a water source and a dump station are available nearby.

The limited number of on-site camping spaces must be reserved for the entire week (Sunday, April 26th —Saturday, May 2nd) at a cost of $400. In the event the designated camping area becomes unusable due to weather conditions, the camping fee will be refunded and RVs must move to a commercial campground as the City of Frankenmuth will not permit camping in any other area of the show grounds. To reserve an on-site camping space, complete the RV Reservation Form on page 19. Reservations for on-site camping will be accepted beginning with a January 6, 2020 postmark. Deadline: March 1, 2020 or earlier when available spots are filled. No refunds will be given after March 1, 2020 unless the spot is filled from a waiting list. Contact: Chuck Ialungo.

NEARBY CAMPING . . . Overnight camping, with full hookups, is available at the following nearby commercial campgrounds, which accept reservations up to a year in advance:

• Frankenmuth Jellystone Park (approximately 1/2 mile from the show site) • (989) 652-6668 www.frankenmuthjellystone.com.

• Pineridge RV Campground (approximately 5 miles from the show site) • (989)624-9029.

The Newfoundland Club of America reserves the right to forcibly enter parked vehicles (locked or unlocked) if it believes a dog inside is in distress.

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PARKING & GOLF CARTS

GENERAL PARKING . . . The hotel parking lots have space to accommodate 1,800 vehicles providing ample parking for exhibitors and spectators. Exhibitors may drive to the grooming building to unload before parking their vehicles.

DAYTIME RV PARKING . . . For those camping in one of the commercial campgrounds and wishing to drive their RV to the show each day, a paved hotel parking lot south of the main Bavarian Inn Lodge entrance, will be reserved for daytime RV parking. The distance from the daytime RV parking lot to the show ring is about .3 mile. Those who utilize this option may wish to consider renting a golf cart. To help us plan the number of RV parking spaces needed, please complete the Form on page 19. Deadline: March 1, 2020. Contact: Chuck Ialungo.

RESERVED HANDLER PARKING . . . Reservations to reserve handler parking is available to any exhibitor with three (3) or more Newfoundlands ENTERED in conformation, obedience and/or rally. Parking will be in paved parking lots approximately 125 ft. from the show ring. Each spot will be 18’ X 18’. The cost is $75. There will be a limited number of larger spots, 18’ x 36’, to accommodate larger handler vehicles such as box trucks that are over 18’, at a cost of $120 each. RVs are not permitted to park in the Handler Parking Area. Generators may not run during the quiet hours of 10:00 P.M. — 6:00 AM. To reserve a spot, fill out and return the Form on page 20. Deadline: reservation/cancellation, March 1, 2020. Contact: Dejah Petsch.

The Newfoundland Club of America reserves the right to forcibly enter parked vehicles (locked or unlocked) if it believes a dog inside is in distress.

GOLF CARTS . . . For your convenience, golf carts are available for rent by reservation. The cost for the week is $250 for a 2-passenger cart and $325 for a 4-passenger cart. They can be checked out in the RV Camping Area behind the Kern Pavilion beginning Sunday, April 26th, and they must be returned to a designated area in the hotel parking lot no later than Saturday, May 2nd, immediately following Best of Breed. Before reserving a cart, please be advised that they may be used only within the show site on driveways and hard surfaces and must be parked in designated areas. They may not be driven into town or on the park lawns. These are Frankenmuth regulations, and violators will be subject to AKC Discipline Procedures. To order a golf cart, please complete the Form on page 21. Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Sandee Lovett.

HEALTH TESTING

CARDIOLOGY CLINIC . . . We are fortunate to have Board Certified Cardiologist Dr. Dennis Burkett back again. Dr. Burkett will be available for exams all day Tuesday, April 28th and the morning of Wednesday, April 29th (if needed) for auscultations at $50 and dopplers at $200. NCA member dogs will receive a $50 discount on dopplers. Pre-registration is highly recommended, walk-ins on space available. Form on page 22 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: March 1, 2020. Contact: Pam Rubio.

OPHTHALMOLOGY CLINIC . . . Back by popular demand! Board Certified ophthalmologist Dr. David Wilke will provide eye exams Tuesday, April 28th in the afternoon and Wednesday, April 29th in the morning (if needed). Eye issues are an increasing concern in Newfoundlands, so take advantage of this opportunity at the clinic price of $30. Pre-register early, as this clinic will be open to all breeds and limited to 50 dogs per day. Form on page 22 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: March 1, 2020. Contact: Pam Rubio.

DNA TESTING. . . Complimentary blood draws for submission to the OFA CHIC DNA repository will once again be performed by licensed Veterinarians at the show site. If your dog’s DNA has not been collected, please consider participating in this important health clinic to aid future research!

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SHOW INFORMAION

PREM IUM LIST INFORMATION…The 2020 National Specialty Premium List will be mailed by the Show Superintendent by March 10, 2020 or available on their website at www.infodog.com All information to be published in the Premium List to be must be received by Deadline: December 1, 2019.

UNIFORM TROPHY DONATIONS . . . Historically the NCA awards fine Lenox China pieces as Uniform Trophies to winners and class placements at its National Specialty Show. To sponsor a class for the 2020 show use the Uniform Trophy Donation Form is on page 23 or online at www.ncanationalspecialty.org Deadline: December 1, 2019. Contact: Pam Rubio.

SPECIAL AWARD DONATIONS . . . If you miss the trophy donation deadline of December 1, 2019 to be acknowledged in the Premium List and show catalog, there is still time to donate a special award. These awards will be presented at the Gatsby Gala Dinner Dance Saturday evening. The donor is responsible for making sure the award is delivered to the Trophy Chair at the Specialty. To make a donation, complete the Form on page 23 or online at www.ncanationalspecialty.org Deadline: March 1, 2020. Contact: Pam Rubio.

THE 2020 NATIONAL SPECIALTY JUDGING PANEL

Peggy Beisel McIlwaine ……………Intersex & Junior Showmanship

Paul Wilhauck ................................... Dogs Classes, Brace, & Team Denise Castonguay …………………………Bitch Classes, Breeders Class Lynne Anderson-Powel ……………………. 4 to 6 mo. Beginner Puppy

Kelli LePore .................................................................................... Veteran Dog Sweepstakes & Best Veteran Dog in Sweepstakes;

Puppy Dog Sweepstakes Best Puppy & Best of Opposite Puppy in Sweepstakes

Loredana Salina .............................................................................. Veteran Bitch Sweepstakes & Best Veteran Bitch in Sweepstakes;

Puppy Bitch Sweepstakes Carol Mett ........................................................ Obedience & Rally

Nancy Withers ................................................. Obedience & Rally

Lori Littleford, John Pearson .......................................... Draft Test

Andre Lapeyre, Sue Raney ............................................. Draft Test

Show Superintendent

MB-F P.O. Box 22107 • Greensboro, NC 27420-2107

(336) 379-9352 • fax: (336) 272-0864

www.infodog.com

620 Industrial Ave • Greensboro, NC 27406 (For overnight private carriers only)

Entries Close @ 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time THURSDAY, April 9, 2020.

Show Photographer

ROB GERITY P.O. Box 69 • Branchville, New Jersey 07826

(973) 948-4893 billing@rkgphoto.com

www.robgerityphotographer.com

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CATALOG ADVERTISING . . . Showcase your great dog, share your memories, thank a friend, announce your regional club’s activities or sell your products with an ad in the National Specialty show catalog. Full page B & W ads are $50, color ads are $75, half page ads (no photo) are $30. A booster listing is $10. To place an ad or booster listing, use the Form on page 24. We reserve the right to reject ads deemed inappropriate. Deadline: February 1, 2020. Contact: Joan Gunn.

POST SHOW CATALOGS . . . If you can’t attend the show but would like a catalog, we will mail a catalog and printed results to you for $40 (includes postage). There will be additional postage for orders outside the U.S. Use the Form on page 25. Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Susan Wagner.

RESERVED RINGSIDE SEATING . . . Enjoy this year’s National Specialty from a comfortable camp chair with folding side table featuring the 2020 National Specialty logo on the back and customized with your name or kennel name that is yours to keep as a memento. You will also have an assortment of non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available in the ringside reserved seating area Tuesday through Saturday. Enjoy the show from the front row seat and watch all the classes and Best of Breed competition from your comfortable chair under the tent. The cost of this seating is $250 for Tuesday through Saturday. Form on page 25 Deadline: March 1, 2020 or when 30 chairs have been reserved. Contact: Terri Seastrom.

RESERVED GROOMING . . . A limited number of reserved grooming spaces will again be available inside the Kern Pavilion, adjacent to the conformation ring. Each assigned 5' x 10' spot will include enough room for two 24” x 48” crates and one grooming table and access to electrical power. (Some sharing of electrical power will be necessary.) The cost is $85 per week for each space. One additional adjacent crate space (approximately 30"x 10'), not including electrical access, may be reserved for $25 for the week. Please note high intensity lights or canopies are not permitted inside the grooming area.

When reserving grooming space, we encourage you to plan ahead and “buddy-up” with friends. By sharing with friends and coordinating the use of the reserved space and electrical resources during the show, you will make it possible for more people to reserve space to groom in the Kern Pavilion and conserve resources at the same time.

PLEASE: If mailing your reservation, all forms requesting adjacent spaces next to other exhibitors, MUST be mailed in the same envelope. If using the online store for your reservation, use the special pull-down box to note your “next to” request. Please make your plans with others well in advance of mailing or transmitting your forms. The show committee does not guarantee requests when forms are mailed separately or not noted on the online store drop down.

Other non-reserved grooming space, outside of the Kern Pavilion, with a limited number of electrical outlets, will be available on a first come - first served basis. However, the Show Committee cannot guarantee the availability of electrical service in these areas. Privately owned generators are not permitted within 50 feet of the Kern Pavilion. Please note that dogs cannot be left in the building overnight.

The first postmark date accepted for reserved grooming space is January 6th if mailing or January 7th online. If using an expedited delivery service, please waive the signature. Use the Reserved Grooming Form on page 26 or online at www.ncanationalspecialty.org Deadline: reservations & cancellations – March 1, 2020. Contact: Steve Britton.

DOG BATHING . . . Washing stations with warm water will be setup in the upper parking lot of the Bavarian Inn Lodge and available for use beginning Sunday, April 26th after 3:00 p.m. Please note that no bathing or grooming of dogs is permitted in any hotel room at the Bavarian Inn Lodge.

BOTTLED WATER . . . Water is sold only by the case. One case consists of six (6) one-gallon jugs of water. All water will be purchased locally and is purified water. We will not order any extra cases of water after the deadline. Please plan accordingly. See the order Form on page 27. Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Lynne Anderson-Powell.

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WORKING DOG EVENTS

OBEDIENCE & RALLY TRIALS . . . We are pleased to offer two obedience and rally trials. The Regional Obedience and Rally Trial, hosted by the River King Newfoundland Club, will take place on Tuesday, April 28 and the National Obedience and Rally Trial will follow on Wednesday, April 29. The obedience and rally rings will be inside the Kern Pavilion with bleacher seating for spectators. Entry information is in the show’s premium list and can be found on the MBF website at www.infodog.com Entries will close on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. Eastern time with the show superintendent, MBF. Contact: Cassie Iken.

DRAFT TESTS . . . HEAR US ROAR! The Great Lakes Newfoundland Club will host two draft tests in conjunction with the National Specialty. The first draft test will be on Monday, April 27 and the second test will be held on Tuesday, April 28. Premium lists will be available online at www.ncanationalspecialty.org . For more information, a Premium List or to volunteer, use the Form on page 28. The volunteer form deadline is April 1, 2020. Contacts: Jenny Zablotny, Test Chair, or Marie Acosta, Test Secretary. DO NOT send draft test entries to show superintendent MBF.

SCENT WORK DEMONSTRATION . . . Interested in getting started in the sport of Scent Work where dogs search for hidden, scented objects? This demonstration Thursday, April 30th at 3:30 will provide an introduction and answer any questions you might have in preparation to participate in a Scent Work Trial. No registration necessary! Contact: Anne Nored.

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TESTING . . . The South Central Newfoundland Club will be hosting the AKC Canine Good Citizen testing at the NCA National Specialty on Friday, May 1st from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The CGC title certifies that dogs have the training, manners and behaviors to be reliable and well-behaved members of families and communities. Also, it can also be a gateway toward Therapy Dog work. What better way is there to showcase canine good manners and a classic Newfoundland dog “hallmark of the breed” temperament! Form on page 29. The pre-registration Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Robin Katen.

TRICK DOG TITLE TESTING . . . Do you and your dog love to be the life of the party by showing off their arsenal of tricks? Then your Newf might be perfectly primed to earn AKC Trick Dog titles! Since the 1920’s when trick dogs such as Rin Tin & Lassie won peoples’ hearts, trick dog training has become one of the most exciting new areas in dog training today! Form on page 29. The pre-registration Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Kathy Sutliff.

WORKING DOG FORUM . . . The NCA Working Dog Committee invites you to the annual Working Dogs Forum! You are invited to help the NCA's Working Events reach the next level of advancement and achievement by joining us for mingling, discussion groups, and conversations on topics regarding working events across the country. The forum is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2020. Our hope this event is an opportunity to find commonality by sharing, mentoring and inspiring each other as we preserve the Newfoundland’s working heritage. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Please indicate your RSVP on the reservation Form on page 30. Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Sue Raney.

SPECIALTY CARTING. . . Specialty Carting & Wagon Exercises were developed to demonstrate carting at specialty shows and were designed for people interested in exhibition carting activities. It is a perfect event for someone not quite ready to compete in a full draft test. There are on & off leash divisions for individual dogs or teams. Exercises include harnessing and hitching, basic commands while hitched and maneuvering in a large ring setting. While not a ‘titled’ event, each passing entry earns a Certificate. Dogs passing the on-leash division may post enter that day for the off- leash division. Specialty Carting will take place on Wednesday, April 29th. Dogs must be 12 months of age to enter. The entry fee for a single or team is $15; on-site post entry is $10. Entries will open with a postmark of January 6th or in the online store January 7th and close on April 1st. Form: page 30. Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Sue Mendleson & Pauline Baldwin.

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FUN FOR ALL!

SHOW HEADQUARTERS . . . Located in the heart of things, Show Headquarters can be found at the Kern Pavilion facing the show ring and Shopping Row. Here is where you can find up-to-date announcements about events, pick up the daily newsletter, check the Lost & Found and get your questions answered by the friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. Open daily during show hours.

REGISTRATION . . . Register for the National Specialty to receive a commemorative Registration Bag filled with important information regarding events and schedules, a logo pin, mug and official name tag. Your name tag is your ticket to the Welcome Reception and other National Specialty events. The registration fee for the 2020 National Specialty is $35 per adult if purchased by the February 1 “early bird” deadline; $40 thereafter until the April 1 deadline. The registration fee for Juniors (ages 8-18) is $20 for the first child, $15 for each additional child in the family.

Registration Bags and event tickets can be picked up at Show Headquarters attached to the Kern Pavilion starting on Sunday, April 26, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.; Monday, April 27 & Tuesday, April 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. After that time, registration materials will be available during show hours at Show Headquarters. To register, please use the Form on page 31 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Kathy Hamilton & Judi Randall.

OPENING CEREMONIES . . .Tuesday afternoon’s Opening Ceremony will begin with an impressive Color Guard presentation and the display of the NCA Regional Club flags. Each Regional Club is asked to provide a representative (and their Newf too!) to participate/ Following the ceremony, these large flags with each club’s logo will be displayed on the show grounds in tribute throughout the week. For our foreign guests that would like to participate, please let Jill Britton known so that she can coordinate flags and poles. Contact: Jill Britton

WELCOME RECEPTION . . . The Welcome Reception is always a great way to begin your National Specialty experience with an opportunity to relax, catch up with friends from around the country and meet our International guests. Please join us as we kick off the week of ROARING GOOD TIMES. This event is open to all and will be held prior to the NCA Annual Meeting, on Tuesday, April 28th at 6:30 p.m. at the Bavarian Inn Lodge. Contact: Susan Wagner

NCA ANNUAL MEETING . . . The NCA Annual Meeting will take place immediately following the Welcome Reception. This is an opportunity to review the activities of the NCA during the past year, address current agenda items and celebrate the accomplishments of the 2019 Top Dogs in Conformation, Obedience, Juniors, Versatile Newfs, Working Achievements, ROM’s as well as other special awards and recognitions.

LATE-NIGHT SPEAKEASY LOUNGE . . .

Know the password to a good time? We do! This year we are pleased to provide a place for National Specialty guests to gather in the Speakeasy Lounge where you can eat, dance & be merry on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday nights from 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. A cash bar & light hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Each day the secret location and that night’s password for entry will be sent via text to those who sign up so be sure to purchase your 3-day pass using the Form on page 32 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contacts: Kathryn Rowland & Mary Beck.

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BEST IN SHOW MOVIE NIGHT & FANTASY DOG SHOW . . . Everyone loves the hilarious movie Best In Show with its iconic characters we all can relate to someone in our dog show world! Weather permitting Monday night, the movie will be shown at the “Drive In” outside under the stars. If the weather has a “Busy Bee” moment, the movie screening will move inside. Come in your PJ’s or as your favorite character from the movie! A costume contest and fantasy dog show with fun classes such as the Best Drooler, Best Swagger just to name a few! Fabulous prizes will be awarded to everyone who participates. Popcorn and candy will be provided. This fun event is free but registration is requested for planning purposes. Please RSVP by using the Form on page 32 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Sheri Russell

LIVING LEGENDS . . . The NCA Living Legend award is given to dogs/bitches of any NCA members/breeders that have achieved the venerable age of 10 years or more by the date of the National Specialty. Previous honorees are welcome to participate. Dogs need not be present to be honored, but are encouraged to be present in the ring to receive this award. All Living Legends will be recognized in a special catalog and will receive a Living Legend Medallion and poster during the lunch break on Wednesday, April 29th. The fee is $15 or $25 if you wish your medallion, poster, and catalog to be mailed. Form on page 33 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: March 1, 2020. Contact: Pam Rubio.

RESCUE CEREMONY . . . Tell everyone at the National Specialty the story of how your great rescue dog came into your life. Join us for the Rescue Ceremony on Friday, May 1st, ringside (after completion of the conformation judging) where your special story will be shared with the audience as you and your dog walk across the ring to receive your commemorative medallion. Form on page 34 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org There is no entry fee. Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Sue Miller.

HONORS PARADE . . . Join us ringside after the Rescue Ceremony on Friday, May 1st, ringside after conformation judging and the Rescue Ceremony to applaud Newfoundlands of all ages for their accomplishments. Any living Newfoundland with an AKC, CKC, or NCA title is eligible to participate. Each dog entered will be listed in the show catalog and receive a lovely commemorative medallion. You and/or your dog do not have to be present for the parade in order to enter, but we encourage all entrants to join in and receive the well-earned applause. The non-refundable entry fee is $25. If entering by mail, please complete a separate entry form for each dog you are entering. Do NOT send Honors Parade entries to the Show Superintendent. Form on page 35 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: February 1, 2020. Contact: John Borklund.

ACTIVITIES FOR JUNIORS. . . The Juniors Committee is excited to host special activities just for Juniors, beginning on Tuesday, April 28. Join with your fellow Juniors and attend as many activities as possible. An exciting schedule of activities is planned with details to follow. Sign up for Junior Registration Form on page 31 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: Registration April 1, 2020. Contact: Donna Thibault.

MEETING ROOMS . . . If you need a meeting room during the Specialty for a group or committee, you must reserve the

room in advance using the Form on page 36 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org. Include the date and meeting time,

number of people attending, and room setup instructions. Deadline: March 1, 2020. Contact: Susan Wagner.

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BREEDERS EDUCATION SEMINAR . . . The NCA Breeders Education Committee is very pleased to have Internationally renowned Canine Behaviorist, Suzanne Clothier present “The Enriched Puppy: Creating Confident, Competent & Coordinated Canines” on Wednesday evening, April 29 at 8:00pm.

This free seminar is for breeders, puppy owners or anyone interested in or already involved in raising puppies. This evening lecture offers practical ideas for environmental and social enrichment aimed at helping puppies become the best they can be. Suzanne will provide detailed information on development of the puppy brain, body, reflexes and social behavior. Whether you love knowing more about helping puppies become the best they can be, wonder how to polish up the genetic material in your breeding program, or just love puppies, this is a fascinating evening full of puppies! This seminar is free and light refreshments will be served. Please let us know if you will attend by sending in the form to Lynne Anderson, ThreePonds_Newfs@msn.com. Form on page 36 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . About Suzanne Clothier

Regarded as an innovative trainer, Suzanne’s work includes: • CARAT™ - a novel temperament assessment & scoring system • The Enriched Puppy Protocol™ - Program for early puppyhood development, birth to 9 weeks • RAT™ (Relationship Assessment Tool) – dog/human relationship dynamics assessment • FAT™ (Functional Assessment Tracking) – 15-dimension functional assessment of individual dog • CCC™ (Connection, Cooperation & Control, with Cindy Knowlton) – a puzzle-based training program

Her tools and materials have been put to use in guide & service dog organizations, in animal assisted therapy, for everyday pet owners, and by trainers, breeders, veterinarians, academics and in research. She has served as a consultant to Guiding Eyes for the Blind (Patterson, NY), Southeastern Guide Dogs (Tampa, FL), Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation (Bloomfield, CT), Assistance Dogs of the West (Santa Fe, NM) and Guide Dogs of America (Sylmar, CA). For all of these organizations, her Enriched Puppy Protocol™ and RCT™ techniques have helped them improve their puppy raising programs.

Her work has been presented in multiple international conferences, including most recently at the 2017 International Working Dog Breeder Association conference. She has served as a committee member for the AKC’s Agility Advisory Board, and as a committee member of the American Humane Association’s Task Force for the Development of Humane Standards in Dog Training.

Her book Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships With Dogs (Warner, 2002) has received wide spread praise from every corner of the dog world, including twice being included in The Wall Street Journal's list of Top 5 Dog Books. An award-winning author of podcasts, videos, books, booklets and numerous articles, Suzanne’s writings have appeared around the world in countless languages from Danish to Japanese. A German Shepherd breeder, her 10 generations of Hawks Hunt German Shepherds have been successful as competitive performance sports, as well as in Search & Rescue, herding, therapy work and of course as beloved companions.

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TOP 20/10 CELEBRATION. . .

Nothing screams the ‘Roaring 20’s like the Prohibition tradition of a SPEAKEASY featuring our NCA Notorious Top 20 /10 Newfs.

In keeping with tradition, the judging of the Top 20 Conformation Newfoundlands will be held Wednesday, April 28th 30 minutes following the completion of Sweepstakes judging. A “Secret” judging panel will include a breeder, a professional handler and an AKC judge. Each judge will use a score sheet created by the NCA. Beverages will be available ringside, along with” The Goods” – logo merchandise that you won’t want to go home without! There will be NO keeping this Speakeasy a “Secret” so prepare yourself to “Party Like Gatsby” with our Top 20/10 Notorious Newfs of 2019! The party begins Thursday, April 30th at 6:00 p.m. Meet your friends at the Drool Joint for a drink while waiting for dinner to be served at the Cotton Coat Canteen! Your “Secret Password” is the ticket to a dinner featuring fresh baked brick oven pizza! Following dinner, our distinguished guests the 2019 Top 20/10 NOTORIOUS NEWFS, will entertain us in the Flew Flapper Lounge and Dance Floor. The Top Jr Handler will be our final performance before intermission and the tally of the People’s Choice ballots! A Limited number of SECRET PASSWORD tickets are available for $25.00 which includes admission, dinner and a program but most importantly, an opportunity to meet our top dogs and their owners/breeders up close. Form on page 41 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: Tickets & Merchandise – April 1, 2020. Contact: Tami Palomba.

SPEAKEASY SPONSORSHIP - Pick your poison! Bootlegger Level – $100

Receive 1 ticket and logo ¾ raglan tee Rumrunner Level - $200

Receive 2 tickets, a logo ¾ raglan tee, and a logo flask Moonshiner Level - $500

Receive 2 tickets, 2 logo ¾ raglan tees, 2 copper Moscow Mule mugs, a personalized banner and ground floor seating in the Flew Flapper Lounge

PROGRAM ADS - Booster - $25 ¼ page - $50 ½ page - $75 Full page -$100

AUCTION & BROWN BAG RAFFLE . . . The traditional Auction and Brown Bag Raffle will take place on Friday

evening, May 1st. Watch the Specialty website and Specialty Facebook® for a preview of the unique items and services that will be available. This year we will feature online bidding starting on Monday running throughout the week with best & final bids closing Friday night over complimentary dessert. We are working with a local shipping company to package and ship items home for you in case your suitcase is full!

Back by popular demand, our Brown Bag Raffle - “Bark For A Cure” is thrilled to partner with the Dynami Foundation with a portion of proceeds supporting their commitment to fighting breast cancer.

Be sure to sign up for the “Who Done It” Mystery Dinner where 6 very special items will be offered exclusively to those attending the Mystery Dinner. See the Food & Dinning Events section below for more information!

Your donations will be appreciated! Donation items must be received by Thursday, April 30th at the convenient drop-off location in the hotel. Please complete the appropriate Form on page 37 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Susan Wagner

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FOOD & DINING EVENTS

Sunday & Monday Evenings: Dinner with the NCA Board . . . Again, this year, on Sunday and Monday evenings from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m., the 2020 National Specialty is offering dinner, by reservation, in a private dining room. Please indicate your selected entrée preference on the Meal Reservation Form on page 38 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org. Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Kaila Abele

Tuesday – Saturday: Hospitality . . . The Lions Club Building next to the Kern Pavilion and adjacent to the show ring is the place to come in the morning for COMPLIMENTARY coffee, tea, pastries and fresh fruit. The Frankenmuth Lions Club will also have a limited menu of breakfast sandwiches for purchase. At lunchtime, a variety of hot sandwiches and other lunch items will be available for purchase as well as snacks and beverages throughout the day. It will be a warm place to come inside, meet friends old and new, and stay “connected” with what is going on at the show.

Thursday Evening: Top 20/10 Celebration “Notorious Newfs” . . . Meet your friends at the Drool Joint for a drink at the cash bar while waiting for dinner to be served at the Cotton Coat Canteen where fresh baked brick oven pizza is on the menu! A limited number of tickets are available which includes admission to the Top 20/10, dinner and a program but most importantly, an opportunity to meet our top dogs and their owners/breeders up close. Form on page 41 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Tami Palomba.

Friday Evening: “Who Done It” Mystery Dinner & Auction . . . In the style of popular murder mystery dinners, we are excited to present an interactive “Who Done It” Mystery Dinner where we attempt to solve the crime of the stolen diamond Newf pendant. A cast of characters will entertain you over a spaghetti dinner, including salad and bread sticks, that even Al Capone would approve of! The reward for all you guys & dolls will be the auction of 6 elite items exclusively available for bids by those attending the Mystery Dinner. You won’t want to be left out in the cold when this loot is revealed! Tickets are $30 and must be purchased in advance using the Meal Reservation Form on page 38 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org. Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Kaila Abele

Saturday Evening: Gatsby Gala . . . Hold onto your fedoras because the 2020 banquet promises to be EPIC! Prepare yourself to experience the glitz & glamour of the great Gatsby Gala, including delicious food, fantastic décor and live music plus a cash bar! That’s right doll faces, reminiscent of the Cotton Club, the evening features a jazz band

performing hits from the Roaring 20’s era and beyond. So, no wet blankets allowed, we want to see your best Charleston!

Sumptuous carving stations of roast beef & smoked turkey along with a feast of heavy hors d’oeuvres (both hot & cold) as well as lavish chocolate fountains for the dipping of fresh fruit & pastries is on the menu. No table sign up is necessary as there will be plenty of seating and room to dance! Please join us for a memorable time because after all, “A Little Party Never Killed Nobody”! Tickets are $45 and must be purchased in advance using the Meal Reservation Form on page 38 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org.

Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contacts: Allyson Hurst & Renee Woods

Other Meals . . . The Bavarian Inn Lodge offers meals in its restaurants Oma’s and Lorelei Lounge which are located on the main floor near the hotel lobby; the Ratskeller is located in the lower level Fun Center and serves cafeteria style. In addition, there are a wide variety of other local restaurants nearby. A list of some favorites will be available with Registration so you can explore the many options of dining Frankenmuth offers to our guests!

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SHOPPING

SHOPPER’S ROW . . . For 2020, we have expanded our shopping opportunities and consolidated everything into one grand location, SHOPPER’S ROW, to better serve your shopping experience! All of the vendors, charitable auctions, Regional Club Baskets and logo item sales will be located under the tents across from the breed ring. We are working with a local shipping company to package and ship items home for you in case your suitcase is full!

REGIONAL BASKETS . . . Some very generous regional clubs will be donating baskets, filled with interesting items from their areas. The Regional Baskets have been a popular feature of past National Specialties and we are happy to have them again this year. They will be on display throughout the week in Shoppers Row and awarded on Friday, May 1st. If your Regional Club would like to donate a basket please make arrangements to have it delivered to the show site by Deadline: Monday, April 27, 2020. Contact: Susan Wagner

SILENT AUCTIONS . . . Silent auctions, with the proceeds to benefit Newfoundland Rescue and the Newfoundland Health Challenge, will take place at the front entrance to Shoppers Row located ringside on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Be sure to stop by and help these important causes. Donations are gratefully accepted. Contacts: Sue Miller (Rescue) or Mary Jane Spackman (Health Challenge).

SPECIALTY LOGO ITEMS . . . The 1920’s saw the rise of the Art Deco movement in architecture and the decorative arts. Originating in Paris, Art Deco is easily recognized by works that are simple, geometric and symmetrical. The 2020 National Specialty logo is inspired by the Art Deco period and reflects the elegance of the era. We are pleased to offer a wide variety of products for your home, your dogs and yourself including some unique items for the Holidays. Form on pages 39 & 40 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Pre-order Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Jeremy Tisch - 2020nca@gmail.com

TOP 20/10 LOGO ITEMS . . . You will want to get your hands on “The Goods”, unique items chosen for you sporting this Prohibition inspired logo! Form on page 41 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Pre-order Deadline: April 1, 2020. Contact: Joanne Brainard - jbrainard@snet.net

Color photos of all logo items are available for view, and purchase via credit card, in the online store which can be found at www.ncanationalspecialty.org or if you would rather purchase logo merchandise and pay by check you can use the form found in the information packet. All items

ordered may either be picked up at the National Specialty show site upon arrival in Frankenmuth free of shipping/handling fees or they are available to be shipped to you for a flat rate. The order deadline for orders delivered in time for Christmas is December 5, 2019. The last date to purchase logo merchandise for delivery prior to/at the National Specialty is April 1, 2020. Please note that there will be limited styles and sizes available for sale at the show site during the week so pre-order is the way to get the items you want!

VENDORS . . . Our vendors will find themselves in the heart of the action in the area directly adjacent to the show’s outdoor conformation ring we have named SHOPPER’S ROW. Two booth sizes available: 10’x15’ - $350 or 10’x10’ - $300, plus a donated Auction item valued at $50.00 or greater. Each space is tented and includes one table and two chairs. Each paid vendor contract for 2020 is entitled to 3 free ads promoting their goods/services on the NCA National Specialty Facebook page and may provide marketing materials for inclusion in the 2020 Registration bags that will include a vendor directory and map. For more information please complete the Form on page 42 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org and a contract will be sent to you. Deadline: March 1, 2020. Contact: Ann Thibault – 1tiredpup@gmail.com